Attendees will have a chance to tour the campus, visit with program faculty and learn about applying and how to pay for college. Program representatives and faculty will be on-hand to discuss equipment, industry standards, program expectations and local employers.

Available to High School Seniors and Professional Workforce Training graduates, Anoka Technical College Foundation is offering a new scholarship to students admitted in: Machine Trades, Mechanical Drafting, Medical Assistant, Practical Nursing and Welding programs.

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) will honor Dr. Kent Hanson, President of Anoka-Ramsey Community College, with the Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction in April. Hanson is among one of 35 college presidents who will be recognized during PTK Catalyst 2018, the society’s annual convention, held April 19-21 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Minnesota Representative, Abigail Whelan; Federal Republic of Nigeria Representative, Dr. Henry Archibong; and Pastor of New Life Church, Dr. Mfon Archibong joined Anoka Technical College President Kent Hanson for a tour of the college Oct. 18.

To better serve students and meet industry needs, the Anoka Technical College Machine Trades program has been revamped to include three new Machine Technology certificates and an evening class options.